Annual Repair Maintenance Contract for Standby Diesel Generating Sets at Port Qasim Authority

Port Qasim Authority (PQA) Karachi invites sealed bids for the Annual Repair Maintenance Contract for standby Diesel Generating Sets at PQA for the financial year 2026-27. This procurement is referenced under tender number P93748 and aims to ensure reliable operation and upkeep of the standby diesel generators critical for uninterrupted power supply at the port. Items being procured: - Annual Repair Maintenance Contract for standby Diesel Generating Sets at PQA The scope includes comprehensive repair and maintenance services for the diesel generating sets, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with safety standards. Bidders must be experienced in handling similar contracts and possess relevant PEC categories for mechanical and plant machinery works. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the form of a Pay Order or a bid securing declaration as per bidding documents. The bidding process follows the Single Stage-Two Envelope procedure with Least Cost Based Selection (LCBS) technique in accordance with Public Procurement Rules, 2004. Detailed bidding documents and terms are available on the e-Pak Acquisition and Disposal System (EPADS) v2.0 portal at https://epads.gov.pk/opportunities/federal/procurements/93748. Interested bidders must register on EPADS v2.0 to participate. Key dates include submission of e-bids by Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026 at 11:30 AM, with bid opening at 12:00 PM the same day via EPADS v2.0. Manual submissions will not be entertained. Vendors not registered on EPADS v2.0 may register at https://vendors.epads.gov.pk/. A tutorial for registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNW6T38v7tc. Bidders are advised to carefully review the bid security requirements and ensure timely electronic submission to avoid disqualification. The Grievance Redressal Committee (GRC) is notified as per Rules 48 of Public Procurement Rules, 2004. For further details, visit www.ppra.org.pk. This contract offers a valuable opportunity for qualified firms to engage with a major port authority in Sindh, ensuring critical infrastructure remains operational. Timely registration and adherence to submission guidelines on EPADS are essential for successful participation.